TCA Demands CBI Probe into HCA Affairs

Alleges political interference, administrative collapse, and large-scale irregularities

Metro India News | Hyderabad 

The Telangana Cricket Association (TCA) has demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the functioning of the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), alleging unconstitutional functioning, administrative breakdown, and political interference.

Addressing the media, TCA stated that recent remarks by former HCA president Arshad Ayub, former secretary Shesh Narayan, and former secretary and vice-president John Manoj have effectively validated concerns repeatedly raised by the association over the past several years. According to TCA, these statements confirm systemic issues within HCA that have long gone unchecked.

Raising a series of pointed questions to the state leadership, TCA expressed concern over the alleged involvement of the Chief Minister’s Office in cricket administration. It questioned why the Chief Minister’s name is repeatedly linked to HCA matters, particularly in light of claims that the unanimous election of M. Jeevan Reddy as HCA president was carried out under directions from the CM and CMO. The association asked whether political influence is overriding constitutional governance and whether the Chief Minister is aware that his name is allegedly being misused by certain HCA members to intimidate complainants.

TCA further alleged that HCA is relying on political patronage rather than transparent governance to sustain itself. It also raised doubts over the functioning of investigative agencies, questioning why the CID has not been given a free hand despite multiple complaints backed by evidence. The association expressed concern that individuals accused of serious irregularities are being protected instead of prosecuted, and sought clarity on the lack of progress in complaints submitted over the past two months. Refuting claims by HCA officials that there are no legal disputes, TCA asserted that more than 20 cases are pending against HCA across various High Courts and the Supreme Court. It also accused HCA of ignoring directives from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), allegedly due to perceived political backing, warning that such actions undermine reforms introduced after the Lodha Committee recommendations.

Calling for an independent and transparent investigation, TCA demanded that both the CBI and the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) probe alleged financial irregularities, forged documents, fake memberships, illegal teams, and misuse of political names for intimidation.

TCA cautioned that continued association of political leadership with cricket-related controversies could erode public trust. It reiterated that cricket bodies must function for the development of the sport and players, not for shielding corruption. The association affirmed its commitment to pursue legal and democratic means to ensure accountability and justice for aspiring cricketers in Telangana.